Professional Summary
Professional Overview
Pat O'Mahoney is an experienced strategic sourcing professional with a proven track record of driving cost savings and operational efficiencies. As the Director of Strategic Sourcing at Advocate Health, he leverages his expertise in strategic procurement, vendor management, and data-driven decision making to support the organization's ongoing growth and success.
Experience Summary
Current Role
In his current role as Director of Strategic Sourcing at Advocate Health, Pat is responsible for leading the organization's strategic sourcing initiatives. He oversees the procurement of critical goods and services, negotiates favorable contract terms, and implements innovative sourcing strategies to drive cost savings and operational improvements. Under his leadership, the strategic sourcing team has consistently achieved significant cost reductions while ensuring the highest quality of supplies and services.
Career Progression
Prior to his current role, Pat held various leadership positions within the healthcare industry, including Sourcing Manager at Advocate Aurora Health, Managing Consultant at Berkeley Research Group LLC, and Director of Technical Sales at Cardinal Health. Throughout his career, he has demonstrated a strong ability to identify and capitalize on strategic sourcing opportunities, effectively manage cross-functional teams, and deliver measurable results.
Academic Background
Pat holds a Bachelor's degree in Nursing from the University of Illinois at Chicago, where he graduated with honors. His clinical experience as an RN Inventory Nurse Specialist in the OR at Edward Hospital has provided him with a deep understanding of healthcare operations and the unique challenges faced by providers.
Areas of Expertise
- Strategic sourcing and procurement
- Contract negotiation and vendor management
- Data analysis and performance tracking
- Process improvement and operational efficiency
- Cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder management
- Healthcare industry knowledge and technical expertise
Professional Impact
During his tenure at Advocate Health, Pat has led the implementation of several innovative sourcing initiatives that have resulted in significant cost savings and improved supply chain efficiency. He has played a pivotal role in streamlining the organization's procurement processes, leveraging data analytics to identify cost-saving opportunities, and fostering strong partnerships with key vendors.
Conclusion
With his extensive experience, deep industry knowledge, and strong leadership skills, Pat O'Mahoney is well-positioned to continue driving strategic sourcing excellence at Advocate Health. He is committed to delivering measurable results that support the organization's overall growth and profitability objectives.
